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Listing broker remarks

Welcome to the heart of charming Ashby! This classic New England home offers an exceptional opportunity to create a beautiful family residence in one of North Central Massachusetts' most welcoming communities. Located across from the Ashby Public Library, behind the picturesque Church, and just a short walk to the town's favorite restaurant with live music, you'll love the friendly neighborhood where neighbors still wave hello. The home offers approximately 2,005 sq. ft. today, with renovation potential to approximately 2,150+ sq. ft. (subject to final design and approvals). An approved septic replacement design for a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is already in hand, with a 4-bedroom, 2-bath design currently underway. Enjoy Ashby's affordability, small-town charm, conservation land, and convenient access to Fitchburg, Leominster, and southern New Hampshire. Sold as-is. Cash or rehab financing preferred.— The Hive Real Estate LLC

Central

Red Line

Central — MBTA stop.

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Key details

  • 2,063 sq ft
  • 32,670 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1900 built
  • $111 / sq ft
  • $2,811 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠3⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
791 Main St
Town
Ashby, MA
ZIP
01431
Deed (Bk/Pg)
84069 / 584

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Ashby Center

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Neighborhood: Ashby

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.